🎵 Behind the Chords: Karen Breidert | A Lifetime of Harmony, Leadership & Looking Forward

What happens after you've spent decades leading choruses and inspiring singers? In this episode of Behind the Chords, Jamie Ryan sits down with longtime chorus director, coach, educator, and mentor Karen Breidert to talk about a remarkable musical journey spanning generations. Karen shares stories of growing up in a family of performers, competing internationally as a teenager with her quartet Double Image, directing award-winning choruses, and how a career in education shaped her approach to leadership. She also reflects on the evolution of our organization, the transition to Sing United International, and why investing in the next generation of singers has never been more important. Along the way you'll hear about: 🎶 The Family Singers and Karen's musical roots 🎤 Early international quartet success 📚 Teaching, counseling, and directing choruses ❤️ Why singing is one of life's greatest gifts 🌎 Thoughts on the future of Sing United International 🎓 The upcoming A Cappella Academy in Tulsa ⚡ A fun Rapid Fire round featuring Disney, dream quartets, popcorn, and more! Karen closes with heartfelt advice for the members of Spirit of the Gulf: protect the rapport, respect, and joy that make great choruses thrive. If you enjoy hearing the stories behind the music, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share! 🔗 A Cappella Academy Registration & Information: https://singunited.org/acappella-acad...